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Crama Mihai Sava: A Family Winery with a Poetic Touch

Experience Moldovan winemaking at Crama Mihai Sava: family traditions, poetic wines, and authentic hospitality in the village of Costești.

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Crama Mihai Sava is a family-owned winery in Costești, Moldova, where winemaker Mihai Sava crafts wines paired with poetry. Visitors can enjoy tours, tastings, and traditional Moldovan dishes, experiencing the region's rich winemaking heritage.

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Local tips

  • Book your tour and tasting in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure availability.
  • Pair the wines with local cheeses or traditional Moldovan dishes for a complete culinary experience.
  • Visit during the National Wine Day (first weekend of October) for special events.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Chișinău, take a bus to Mileștii Mici. Buses depart approximately every 20 minutes from the Chișinău Central Bus Station, with a journey time of around 45 minutes. From Mileștii Mici, you can take local transport to Crama Mihai Sava. The bus ticket from Chișinău to Mileștii Mici costs approximately $1-2.

  • Taxi

    From Chișinău, a taxi to Crama Mihai Sava takes about 26 minutes. Taxi services like Taxi 14222, Taxi 14700, and Taxi 14008 operate in the area. The estimated fare is $7-9. From Costesti to Chisinau airport is about $8-11.

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Crama Mihai Sava, nestled in the village of Costești, is more than just a winery; it's a testament to hard work, perseverance, and a deep love for winemaking. Mihai Sava, the passionate winemaker behind the brand, transitioned from producing homemade wine to launching his own bottled brand with the support of USAID and the Moldovan Small Wine Producers Association. Each bottle from Crama Mihai Sava tells a story, with labels showcasing the family home and wines often paired with a poem. Mihai cultivates 2.5 hectares of vineyards, producing premium wines such as Sauvignon Blanc, Traminer, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Rosé, and Cabernet Rosé. His red wines have earned multiple "Golden Barrel" awards, a testament to their quality and dedication. Visitors to Crama Mihai Sava are personally welcomed by Mihai, who enthusiastically shares his winemaking journey. Guests can tour the vineyards, sample wines in the modern tasting room, and savor traditional dishes prepared by Mihai's wife, Valentina. The winery offers a truly authentic, rural experience, blending tradition, passion, and poetry in every bottle.

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